Canada picks six systems in drone push, expands Ukraine ties

Canada is creating a national marketplace specifically designed to facilitate the purchase of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, for both its armed forces and coast guard operations. This initiative represents a significant expansion of Canada’s drone capabilities within critical sectors of national security. The government has selected six distinct drone systems through this new marketplace process. Simultaneously, Canada is bolstering defense-industrial cooperation with unspecified partners, expanding existing relationships. These efforts are intended to enhance operational effectiveness and support ongoing international collaborations in defense production.